2000 Honda Insight vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 131 (124 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Insight | 131 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
